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Oliver Laxe's 'Sirat' Wins Cannes Jury Prize, Celebrated in Galicia

The visually striking and spiritually resonant film is set for theatrical release on June 6, 2025, following its success at the festival.

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Oliver Laxe, paseando este lunes por las calles de Santiago de Compostela
Oliver Laxe durante el preestreno de la película 'Sirat', en Navia de Suarna

Overview

  • Oliver Laxe's 'Sirat' received the Jury Prize at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, marking a major achievement for the Galician filmmaker.
  • The film is a Spanish-French co-production supported by Movistar Plus+ and the Almodóvar brothers, elevating its production quality.
  • 'Sirat' explores themes of family, spirituality, and human connection through the journey of a father and son searching for their missing daughter in the Moroccan desert.
  • Laxe was warmly welcomed back to his hometown, Navia de Suarna, where the local community celebrated his success with a special screening.
  • The film, noted for its powerful visuals and thematic depth, will premiere in theaters on June 6, 2025, encouraging audiences to experience its cinematic impact on the big screen.